Which Krka National Park Entrance to Choose?

Krka National Park entrances explained

Lozovac entrance

This is the main Krka National Park entrance and the most easily accessible one. It is used by both individual visitors as well as tour group buses. If you’re driving to the national park, this is the best entrance to access the park.

Location: Lozovac village

Timings:

November to February: 9am to 4pm
March: 9am to 5pm
April: 8am to 6pm
May: 8am to 7pm
June to August: 8am to 8pm
September: 8am to 7pm
1st to 15th October: 8am to 6pm
16th to 31st October: 9am to 5pm

Closed on: 25 and 26 December

Nearest attraction: Skradinski buk

Facilities: Ticket office, free parking

How to explore the park from this entrance:

Shuttle buses are available from April to October to transport visitors to Skradinski Buk waterfall.
You can reach Skradinski buk by taking the scenic 875-meter trail from the entrance, and further explore the park on foot.
During the winter months, you can enter the park with your own vehicle.

Skradin entrance

This is the second-most accessible Krka National Park entrance. If you arrive by public transport (buses from cities in Croatia), you’ll likely be dropped off near this entrance. It is also accessible via a scenic ferry ride on the Krka River from Skradin.

Location: Skradin town

Timings:

November to February: 9am to 4pm
March: 9am to 5pm
April: 8am to 6pm
May: 8am to 7pm
June to August: 8am to 8pm
September: 8am to 7pm
1st to 15th October: 8am to 6pm
16th to 31st October: 9am to 5pm

Closed on: 25 & 26 December and 1 January

Nearest attraction: Skradinski buk

Facilities: Ticket office, parking (limited availability)

How to explore the park from this entrance:

From April to October, you can opt for scenic boat tours to Skradinski buk from the pier near this entrance.
Alternatively, you can hike the equally scenic 3.4 km trail to the waterfalls or take the bicycle trail.

Roški slap waterfall/Laškovica entrance

The Roški slap entrance is accessible by road via the nearby towns of Skradin, Knin, and Drnis. If you haven’t booked your Krka National Park tickets online, you can buy those as well as tickets for the boat tours at this entrance.

Location: Laškovica village

Timings:

November to February: 9am to 4pm
March: 9am to 5pm
April: 8am to 6pm
May: 8am to 7pm
June to August: 8am to 8pm
September: 8am to 7pm
1st to 15th October: 8am to 6pm
16th to 31st October: 9am to 5pm

Closed on: 25 & 26 December and 1 January

Nearest attraction: Roški slap waterfall

Facilities: Ticket office, free parking

How to explore the park from this entrance:

From June to September, you can reach the Roški slap falls by the park’s buses from this entrance.
From April to October, you can take the park’s boat excursions to Krka Monastery and to Visovac Island (separate boat tours).
Boats from the Skradinski buk waterfall also connect to this entrance.

Burnum/Puljane entrance

The Burnum entrance to Krka National Park is accessible only by road. It is best for exploring the Burnum Roman ruins, the Eco Campus at Puljane, and the nearby waterfalls.

Location: near Ivoševci village, 2.5 km north of Kistanje

Timings:

November to February: 9am to 4pm
March: 9am to 5pm
April: 8am to 6pm
May: 8am to 7pm
June to August: 8am to 8pm
September: 8am to 7pm
1st to 15th October: 8am to 6pm
16th to 31st October: 9am to 5pm

Closed on: 25 & 26 December and 1 January

Nearest attractions: Burnum Roman archaeological site, Bilušića buk waterfall, Brljan waterfall, Manojlovac slap, Rošnjak waterfall, and the Eco Campus at Puljane.

Facilities: Ticket office, free parking

How to explore the park from this entrance:

You can access the Burnum Roman archaeological site and amphitheater, the Eco Campus at Puljane, and four of Krka National Park’s waterfalls by car or on foot.
Keep in mind that some areas of the national park accessible from this entrance might be closed during the winter months from November to February or March.

Kistanje/Krka monastery entrance

You can enter Krka National Park through the Krka Monastery, which is located close to Kistanje village. This entrance is accessible by car, and you have to drive down small, twisting, and winding roads to reach it.

Location: Krka Monastery, near Kistanje village

Timings:

April to June: 10am to 6pm
July & August: 8am to 8pm
September to 15th October: 10am to 6pm
16th to 31st October: 10am to 5pm

Closed: November to February

Nearest attractions: Krka Monastery.

Facilities: Ticket office, free parking

How to explore the park from this entrance:

Since this entrance is through the Krka Monastery, you can explore the complex and its buildings, including its Byzantine church, 18th-century bell tower, and the ancient Roman catacombs, which are open to the public.
Boat tours to and from this entrance take you to the Roški slap waterfall and the Nečven and Trošenj medieval fortresses nearby.
Keep in mind that some areas of the national park accessible from this entrance might be closed during the winter months from November to February or March.
A 30-minute educational trail also starts from this entrance, which you can take to explore the flora and fauna around the monastery.

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Which is the best entrance to Krka National Park?

Lozovac and Skradin are the most accessible and convenient entrances to the national park. They are better connected by road than the others. Lozovac is the best option of you’re driving down, with ample parking available. Buses from Zadar, Split, and Trogir also stop near both entrances.

Both Lozovac and Skradin are located close to the park’s main attraction: the Skradinski buk waterfall. From these entrances, you can also easily explore the Roški slap waterfall, Visovac Island, and Krka Monastery, either on foot via the hiking trails, or by boat, bus, or car.

The Roški slap entrance is also a good option. Reachable by car, it is the closest entrance to the beautiful Roški slap waterfalls. From here, you can also access Krka Monastery, Visovac Island, and Skradinski buk by boat.

The Burnum and the Krka Monastery entrances are located further away and accessible only by car. They are not as convenient as Lozovac or Skradin in terms of accessibility to the park’s main attractions.

Keep in mind that since Lozovac and Skradin offer quick and convenient access to the park, they are usually busier than the other entrances, especially during the peak season in summer. Also note: on 1 January, only the Lozovac entrance is open for visitors.

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Frequently asked questions about Krka National Park entrances

How many entrances does Krka National Park have?

There are five entrances to Krka National Park: Lozovac, Skradin, Roški slap waterfall/Laškovica, Burnum/Puljane, and the Kistanje/Krka monastery entrances.

Does the park have a main entrance?

Lozovac is considered the main entrance to the park, while Skradin is also popular. Both entrances offer convenient access to the attractions inside the park.

Which Krka National Park entrance should I use if I don’t have entry tickets?

You can purchase your tickets at any of the park’s entrances. Keep in mind that ticket queues at the Lozovac and Skradin entrances might be long and you might have to wait half an hour or more in the peak season. You can book your Krka National Park tickets online in advance and avoid wasting time standing in the ticket lines.

Is there a separate entrance for those who have purchased their tickets online?

There is no separate entrance; all ticket holders can use any of the five entrances to enter the national park.

What time should I visit Krka National Park to avoid waiting in line?

To avoid waiting in lines, it’s best to visit Krka National Park when it opens – 8am from April to mid-October and 9am from mid-October to the end of March. The park sees larger crowds from late morning and midday onwards.

Which Krka National Park entrance is used for guided tours and tour groups?

Guided tours and tour groups usually use the Lozovac entrance.

Which entrance is best for visitors with disabilities?

The Lozovac and Skradin entrances are the best equipped for wheelchair users and visitors with mobility issues, with wheelchair-accessible walking trails, buses, and boats.